The NETGEAR GS308-300PAS is an 8-port unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet switch for adding wired connections to a home or small-office network, with plug-and-play setup, fanless quiet operation, and desktop or wall-mount placement.
Recommended For
- Home users who have run out of router ports and want to connect several wired devices—such as PCs, consoles, TVs, or a NAS—without configuring a managed network.
- Small-office users who need to add wired connections for desk computers, printers, or other standard Ethernet devices, and prefer a plug-and-play switch over network administration.
- Users placing a switch near a desk, TV, or recording area who want wired connections without fan noise; the GS308 has a fanless design.
- PC and console gamers who want wired Gigabit Ethernet for several devices on the same local network and do not need switch-level configuration.
Real-World Use Scenarios
- When a router does not have enough Ethernet ports, connect the GS308 to a router LAN port and use it to add wired connections for devices such as a desktop, printer, and TV. It expands the local wired network without requiring switch configuration.
- In a gaming room with one Ethernet wall jack, connect the GS308 to that jack to give a gaming PC, console, and other nearby devices wired network access. The switch adds ports; it does not increase the speed of the internet connection coming into the home.
- For a small home office, use the GS308 to connect several wired devices—such as work computers, a network printer, and a NAS—to the router through one nearby switch. Its unmanaged setup suits users who want to add connections without managing network settings.
- To access files stored on a NAS from multiple wired computers, connect the NAS and computers to the same GS308. This provides local network connections between them; file-transfer speeds still depend on the connected devices and network links.
- Place the GS308 near a TV and media devices when you want wired Ethernet for several components, such as a smart TV, streaming box, or game console. Its fanless design avoids adding switch-fan noise in a living room or media area.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
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| Best For | Expanding wired Gigabit Ethernet connections for computers, servers, other switches, and networking hardware |
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| Network Ports And Performance | Eight RJ45 ports support 10/100/1000 Mbps connections, with 16 Gbps switching capacity, an 8K MAC address table, 9216-byte jumbo frames, and 128KB buffer memory |
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| Standards And Network Features | Layer 2 unmanaged switching with QoS, IEEE Ethernet standards support, auto-negotiation, Auto-MDI/MDIX, and energy-efficient operation; no PoE |
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| Physical Design And Mounting | Fanless metal switch for silent operation, with desktop or wall-mount placement; yellow color |
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| Power | 12V DC power input with maximum consumption of 3.04W and standby consumption of 0.36W |
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| Dimensions And Weight | 6.20 × 4.00 × 1.10 inches and 0.86 lb. |
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| Operating Environment | Operating temperature: 0–40°C (32–104°F); storage temperature: −20–70°C (−4–158°F); maximum non-condensing humidity is 90% in operation and 95% in storage |
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| Package Contents | Power adapter and quick installation guide included |
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| Compliance And Safety | California Proposition 65 cancer and reproductive harm warning indicated on the product |
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| Model Identifiers | NETGEAR GS308-300PAS |
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